Rajasthan

From the narrow lanes of Bharatpur to the grand stage of the Indian Premier League, 19-year-old Kartik Sharma’s journey is a powerful story of sacrifice, perseverance and belief. Picked by Chennai Super Kings for a staggering ₹14.20 crore at the IPL mini auction, Kartik has not only achieved a personal milestone but has also become a symbol of hope for countless young cricketers across the country. As the news broke, celebrations swept through Bharatpur. Kartik will now don the yellow jersey and play under the leadership of MS Dhoni, a dream come true for the young batter who has spent years grinding in anonymity. A Father’s Unwavering Sacrifice Behind Kartik’s success lies the extraordinary struggle of his father, Manoj Sharma. Determined to keep his son’s dream alive, Manoj sold...

In a shocking case that highlights the dangerous consequences of marital suspicion, a government school headmistress from Gujarat allegedly plotted the murder of a nurse in Jhunjhunu over suspicions regarding her husband’s alleged affair. The Rajasthan Police have arrested the main conspirator from Gujarat and are investigating the case further. Firing Incident Leads to Revelation Superintendent of Police Brijesh Jyoti Upadhyay stated that the case came to light during the investigation of a recent firing and extortion incident at a liquor shop in Likhwa village, Pilani. Six local criminals were arrested, and during questioning, they revealed a separate conspiracy: a contract killing arranged from Gujarat, targeting a woman. Target Mistaken for a Doctor Investigations revealed ...

A deeply moving incident from the desert region of Jaisalmer has left locals emotional, once again highlighting that animals, like humans, are capable of profound emotions and grief. In the remote Lathi area of Jaisalmer district, a camel gave birth in a forested stretch near Sodhakor village, approximately three kilometres away. However, during labour, the camel’s condition deteriorated rapidly, and she died shortly after delivering the calf. With the mother gone within moments of its birth, the newborn was left helpless in the vast desert. For nearly five days, the young camel calf remained close to its dead mother, wandering around her body as if searching for life. Witnesses said the calf repeatedly nudged the body with its head, attempting to wake her, and cried out loudly, refu...

Jaipur: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, who took oath on December 15, 2023, marks both his 58th birthday and the completion of two years in office on December 15, 2025. Born on December 15, 1967, Sharma scripted a rare political milestone by becoming Chief Minister in his first term as an MLA. Though often criticized by political opponents for his lack of administrative experience, Bhajanlal Sharma has, over the past two years, taken several bold and transformative decisions that have reshaped governance in Rajasthan. These five key initiatives stand out as game changers, laying the foundation for long-term reform and public trust. 1. Formation of the Anti-Gangster Task Force Holding charge of the Home Department, Chief Minister Sharma moved swiftly to curb organized cr...

Jaipur: Political turmoil is escalating in Rajasthan over the MLA Fund Commission scandal, following a sting operation by a media group that allegedly exposed three legislators demanding commissions from funds allocated under the MLA fund. The revelations suggest that these lawmakers recommended diverting lakhs of rupees in return for kickbacks—a first-of-its-kind public exposure in the state. Both the Chief Minister and the Assembly Speaker have ordered investigations, while BJP and Congress have issued notices to their respective legislators. Party Action: Expulsion Possible The legislators caught in the controversy include BJP’s Rewant Ram Danga, Congress’s Anita Jatav, and independent MLA Ritu Banawat. BJP state president Madan Rathore has issued a notice to Rewant Ram Danga, req...

Jaipur, 15 Dec 2025: A video of Rajasthan Police Constable Priyanka Shekhawat dancing on a busy highway while apparently ignoring traffic rules has gone viral on social media, raising serious questions about road safety and police discipline. The video shows Constable Shekhawat stopping her vehicle on the highway and dancing with a few friends, while other vehicles pass by at high speed. Such behavior on a busy road is being criticized as highly risky, with the potential to cause serious accidents. Safety Concerns and Public ReactionSocial media users and officials have expressed concern over the incident, highlighting that no visible traffic safety measures were in place and that the constable displayed a lack of caution. The location of the video has not been officially confirmed, ...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: The ongoing commission scandal in Rajasthan, which initially implicated three legislators, has now widened to include government officials. Allegations have surfaced that officials were also demanding 5–10% of project funds in exchange for approving work orders, prompting authorities to plan strict action. Officials Caught in Sting Operation The controversy first erupted after a media sting operation revealed that legislators were taking up to 40–50% commission on development funds. The latest investigation shows that officials were negotiating their share before approving the work. Kalash Ram, Chief Block Education Officer (CBEO) of Mundwa, Nagaur, and Pushpendra Sharma, District Education Officer (DEO – Primary) of Karauli, reportedly demanded 5% and 10% respecti...

Jaipur:The Rajasthan government’s decision to conduct fresh medical examinations of employees appointed under the disability quota has triggered widespread concern, with the move likely to affect more than 15,000 government employees across various departments in the state. According to official orders, all government personnel appointed on the basis of disability certificates—including those recruited 5 to 35 years ago—will now be required to appear before newly constituted medical boards for re-verification. The decision comes in the wake of several alleged cases of fake and suspicious disability certificates detected during recent recruitment drives. Crackdown After Fake Certificate Cases Surface Sources in the administration said that the move was initiated after irregularitie...

Jaipur: In a major breakthrough against counterfeit currency circulation, Jaipur Police have exposed a fake currency racket operating from Uttar Pradesh to Rajasthan. The City Special Task (CST) team of the Jaipur Commissionerate seized counterfeit notes worth ₹2.90 lakh and arrested two accused during a late-night operation in the Chitrakoot police station area. According to Special Commissioner Rahul Prakash, the CST team received specific intelligence that a युवक was moving around the Chitrakoot area in a car carrying fake currency. Acting swiftly on the tip-off, a team led by Inspector Ratan Singh laid a trap and intercepted the suspicious vehicle. Fake Notes Recovered From Car and Flat During the search of the car, police recovered counterfeit currency worth ₹1.90 lakh from t...